One problem related to front suspension lower control arm has been reported for the 2000 Volkswagen GTI. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle experienced a problem with the right control arm which broke where it was attached to the body. Owner contacted the manufacturer, who stated that owner to contact the dealer , and wait to see what there response will be. The consumer stated that he heard a loud pop when pulling from a stop light. The consumer put the vehicle on a lift and noticed the body around the right control arm bushing had cracked.